Islam Lecture Notes

Comprehensive vocabulary flashcards covering the historical context, major beliefs, branches, and social structures of Islam as presented in the lecture notes.

Muhammad

The prophet of Islam who lived from 570-632.

hijrah

The migration or journey of Muhammad and his followers in 622.

umma

The collective community of the Islamic faithful.

1st 4 caliphs

The initial leaders of the Islamic community following Muhammad, reigning from 632-661.

Abolition of the Caliphate

A major historical turning point that occurred in 1924.

The Gunpowder Islamic Empires

A historical grouping of three major states: the Ottoman Empire, Safavid Empire, and Mughul Empire.

Delhi Sultanate

An Islamic empire in India, notably mapped in 1236 C.E.

Battle of Karbala

A significant historical event in 680 involving Husayn.

ijma

The concept of consensus in Islam, often contrasted with the concept of the imam.

The 12 imams & the Hidden imam

Central figures and concepts in the Shi’i tradition regarding succession and spiritual leadership.

5 Pillars of Islam

The framework of Muslim life consisting of Faith, Prayer, Charity, Fasting, and Pilgrimage.

Abrahamic faith

The classification of Islam indicating its connection to Judaism and Christianity, recognizing figures like Âdam (Adam), Nūḥ (Noah), and Mūsā (Moses).

Jesus son of Mary

A figure in Islam often accompanied by the phrase "Peace be upon Him" in Arabic script.

Shari'a

A major Islamic concept referring to the religious law and moral code of the faith.

Jihad

An important Islamic concept identified alongside Shari'a as a key element of the faith.

Qur'an

The central religious text of Islam and a primary source of authority.

Hadith

A primary source of authority in Islam that records the sayings and actions of Prophet Muhammad.

The mosque

The Islamic place of worship, where Friday prayers are held.

Suleyman Mosque

A 16th-century mosque located in Istanbul.

Al-Farooq mosque

A mosque located near GA Tech.

Alcohol

An example of an absolute social rule in Islam.

Modesty requirements for women

An example of Islamic social rules that are based on cultural traditions.

Spiritual equality

The status of women in Islam in relation to men from a religious perspective.